The Great Escape: Innovating Remote Team Building with Escape Rooms with Madeline Purches

Wayne Turmel joins Madeline Purches from The Escape Game to discuss the world of remote team building. Discover how the principles of escape rooms can transform the dynamics of remote teams. Madeline shares insights on adapting escape room tactics for virtual environments, tackling cultural and technological challenges, and creating engaging, inclusive activities for global teams. Whether you're leading a remote team or looking for innovative team-building strategies, this episode is packed with practical tips and fascinating perspectives.

Key Takeaways

1. Adapt to Change: Embrace innovative solutions for remote team building, like virtual escape rooms.
2. Cultural Sensitivity: Be aware of cultural references in team activities to ensure inclusivity.
3. Tech Accessibility: Ensure activities are accessible for all tech skill levels.
4. Foster Competition: Use competitive elements to engage and motivate team members.
5. Communication is Key: Maintain open, frequent communication channels for remote team members.
6. Level the Playing Field: In hybrid settings, ensure remote workers feel equally involved.
7. Create Connection: Intentionally develop opportunities for team members to connect beyond work.

Featured Guest

Name: Madeline Purches

What She Does: Manager of Corporate Sales for The Escape Game

https://www.linkedin.com/in/madeline-purches-973b66167/

https://theescapegame.com/

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Madeline Purches and The Escape Game
01:49 Adapting Escape Rooms for Remote Team Building
03:00 Innovations in Virtual Escape Room Experiences
05:07 The Cultural Shift Towards Virtual Team Building
06:58 Challenges of Creating Culturally Inclusive Games
09:14 What Works and Doesn't in Virtual Team Building
11:01 The Importance of Competition and Connection in Remote Teams
13:27 Hybrid Work Environments and Remote Inclusion
15:22 Managing a Remote Sales Team: Strategies and Experiences
17:59 Concluding Thoughts and Episode Wrap-up

Related Episodes

• What is Culture?
• Building Connections as a Digital Nomad with Liz Scully
• Keeping Teams Engaged in the Digital Age with Vivek Nigam

Additional Resources

• Learn more about Wayne Turmel
• Email Wayne Turmel
• Connect with Wayne Turmel on LinkedIn
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